Since 2002 People seeking to apply for citizenship within the UK must pass the Life in the United Kingdom test. The test contains 24 questions and covers topics including British values, history, traditions and everyday life. To pass each candidate must receive answer 18 of the 24 questions correctly. 70% of candidates currently pass the test.
71% Yes |
29% No |
61% Yes |
23% No |
7% Yes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
6% No, most citizens couldn’t even pass a citizenship test |
4% Yes, and it should test more than just a basic level of understanding |
See how support for each position on “Citizenship Test” has changed over time for 143k UK voters.
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See how importance of “Citizenship Test” has changed over time for 143k UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@Neversure2yrs2Y
Yes but ALL citizens should take it
@924YX9Y2yrs2Y
They should sign to except our laws before entering
@8ZNL4RH2yrs2Y
No because I can’t say Worcestershire
@9LPXFDD2 days2D
I think yes bur the current one isn't good, I feel as if the citizenship test shoukd be to help people understand society of the UK and so to help them live e.g. with a mortgage or taxes
@9LPSDSM2 days2D
Yes, and so should existing british citizens, and it should cover more than just a basic understanding.
@9LP6YSQ3 days3D
If they're over the age of 16 they should be able to complete key GCSE level exams if not then they shouldn't be accepted.
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